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The Bill of Rights 3.2 part 2

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Page 1: The first ten amendments to the Constitution are called the Bill of Rights  They were ratified in 1791.

The Bill of Rights3.2 part 2

Page 2: The first ten amendments to the Constitution are called the Bill of Rights  They were ratified in 1791.

The Bill of Rights

The first ten amendments to the Constitution are called the Bill of Rights

They were ratified in 1791

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The First Amendment

Contains five freedoms

1. Freedom of Religion- This establishes that there is no national religion.

Separation of Church and state

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The First Amendment

2. Freedom of Speech- protects peoples speech with two exceptions

Slander- Knowingly making false statements about someone that damages their reputation

Speech that may harm others

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The First Amendment

3. Freedom of the press- Can express ideas in the press (media)

Doesn’t protect against libel

Libel- Publishing lies about someone

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The First Amendment

4. Freedom of petition- Can ask the government to take action or change something

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The First Amendment

5. Freedom of Assembly- People can gather peacefully

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Essay 3.2

Describe the Bill of Rights. Secondly, identify the five freedoms granted in the first amendment. Next, explain any limits to these freedoms. Finally, detail which of these freedoms you feel is most important and why?